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Piccolo II
CCT Part No. 900-90010-00

The Piccolo II

adds additional functionality and flexibility for advanced applications including additional I/O for support of payload intensive applications.

Key Features:

Backwards compatible with Piccolo Plus. Same small size, shielded enclosure, and main connector interface.
Added Advanced Features:
- Higher Rate GPS (4 Hz)
- Second connector expands I/O for added payload support
A demonstrated helicopter solution, commercial support of helicopter applications will be available by Q4 2007.
Supports beyond Line-of-Sight operations using Iridium.

For more Piccolo Autopilot options see the Piccolo Autopilot Options table.

Download the Piccolo II Data Sheet for specifications and dimensional drawings of the Piccolo II autopilot.

See the Video section of the Autopilots Download page for a
demonstration of autonomous take off and landings and moving
net precision recoveries using the Piccolo II Autopilot.

Specifications

Interface

Serial interface:
Servo PWM:
CAN:
General Purpose:
Flight Termination:

Five RS232 payload ports
Up to 10 servos
Simulation Interface
6 GPIO + 4 analog inputs
Deadman output

Electrical

Power:

8 V to 20 VDC, 5 W max

Mechanical

Size:
Weight:

5.6 inches x 3.0 inches x 2.4 inches
233 grams (8.2 oz)

Environmental

Operating Temperature:

-40C to +80C (Calibrated Range)

Need help building a full avionics solution? Use the Piccolo Configuration Wizard.